warrior godfather

Chapter 191 Chaotic Playoff Situation
That night, the Warriors arrived in Memphis by special plane, and Zhang Yu did not arrange high-intensity training the next day, so the players had a good rest for the day.

But it didn't help. That night, the Warriors still ushered in a difficult game.

Rudy Gay, OJ Mayo, and Randolph of the Grizzlies all performed well, scoring 20+ points and full of firepower, while the Warriors still felt strong in the second game of back-to-back even though they rested for most of the day. Tired and in poor general condition.

To make matters worse, Chandler showed signs of repetition. Out of caution, Zhang Yu replaced him in the middle of the second quarter and did not let him play again. This is also an important reason why the Grizzlies were able to wreak havoc on the Warriors inside .

However, Curry and Butler still have no signs of recovery. Ron Adams' enlightenment made them adjust their mentality, but the state does not mean that they can get it back.

In this game, Curry made only 14 of 4 three-pointers, and made two very rare three-point shots. He only scored 15 points and 5 assists in the game. His performance was very poor, but his mentality was maintained. Well, even if the shot is outrageous, the determination to shoot is not wavered at all.

Butler hasn't recovered his physical condition yet. His offensive and defensive steps are a bit slow. He couldn't keep up with the Grizzlies' game rhythm and only got 5 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists. It was 4 fouls that made him very good. The sense of presence, it was the two free throws he gave OJ Mayo that allowed Mayo to score 21 points.

With the duo yet to get back in shape, Chandler playing just eight minutes, and neither Azubuike nor Varejao returning, the Warriors effectively conceded a starting set that ended up losing to the Grizzlies 8 points is not an unacceptable thing.

The only bright spot for the Warriors in this game was Danny Green, who made 7 of 6 three-pointers and scored 4 points after he appeared in the garbage time of 12 minutes in the fourth quarter, helping the team narrow the point difference to less than 20 points , so that the Warriors' loss is not so ugly.

Zhang Yu looked at Danny Green, who performed well off the court, and rubbed his chin with his right hand, feeling very satisfied.

This season, Danny Green is not in the regular rotation of the Warriors. He only has the opportunity to appear in garbage time, averaging less than 10 minutes per game, and often fails to play for several consecutive games.

The reason for this situation is that on the one hand, the Warriors have sufficient reserves of players on the forward and back lines, and on the other hand, it is also because Danny Green's three-pointers and defense have not met Zhang Yu's requirements.

But Zhang Yu knew the heights he could reach later, so he had high hopes for him, and asked the coaching staff to arrange a meticulous and rigorous training plan for him. Now it seems that the initial results have been achieved.

After losing to the Grizzlies, the Warriors finally ended their road trip. Next, they will face the Suns, Grizzlies and Mavericks at home in a row-three tough games.

On the plane back to Oakland, Zhang Yu looked at the phone solemnly. The game between the Thunder and the Raptors had just ended. The Thunder beat the Raptors 115:89, and with this victory, they successfully overtook the Warriors in the rankings , rose to seventh in the West, while the Warriors slipped to eighth in the West.

Ranked ninth is the Trail Blazers, who are only 1.5 games away from the Warriors. Their momentum is also very fierce, and they are currently in a state of six consecutive victories.

If Roy hadn't been injured for a period of time in the middle of the season and only came back not long ago, causing the Blazers to suffer a wave of losing streak, with the strength of his partner with Aldridge, he would not be reduced to the point where he needs to compete for a place in the playoffs .

But Roy is worthy of being Roy. He immediately reversed the Trail Blazers' decline after his comeback. If this situation continues, the Warriors' playoff spot is in jeopardy.

"Stephen, when will you be able to recover..." Zhang Yu glanced at Curry, who was wearing an eye mask and earplugs, and fell into a deep sleep, and murmured in a low voice.

……

The Warriors back at home, after a day of rest, will face the Suns from afar at Oracle Arena on March 3.

Unfortunately, Curry's state is still very bad. He only made 10 of 3 three-pointers and scored 14 points. This is a bit warmer than the previous month, and his shooting percentage has risen to more than 30%. Facing the Suns is obviously not enough.

In the end, in a confrontational battle, the Warriors lost 115:132 to the Suns by 17 points. The good news is that Butler's physical condition has recovered a bit, and he has regained the quickness and confrontation on the defensive end, but he still can't shoot. Hit a three-pointer.

The Thunder also lost to the Spurs 96:99 that night, still leading the Warriors by 1 game. The Trail Blazers did not have a game, and the gap with the Warriors was narrowed to 1 game.

On March 3, the Warriors played against the Grizzlies at home. In this game, the Warriors took revenge. Chandler did not play in the game against the Suns. After a few days of rest, the discomfort in his back disappeared. The game is back.

With him sitting in the penalty area, Randolph, Rudy Gay and OJ Mayo didn't get any bargains, and Curry's state also recovered slightly, making 11 of 4 three-pointers and scoring 24 by attacking the basket. He also sent 7 assists to help the team beat the Grizzlies 110:97, ending the losing streak.

But at the same time, the Thunder also beat the Rockets 122:104, still maintaining a one-game lead over the Warriors.

The Blazers experienced a fierce battle on the second night. Roy scored a double-double with 26 points and 11 assists, leading the team to beat the Suns 106:104, still 1 win behind the Warriors and 3 behind the Thunder. A win to maintain hope of the playoffs.

On March 3th, when the Warriors played against the Mavericks at home, Curry's touch fell again. He only made 27 of 12 three-pointers and scored only 4 points. Comparing the luxury data of rebounds and 21 assists, it completely fell into a disadvantage. The Warriors also lost to the Mavericks with a score of 32:8.

On the second day, a much-watched game started. The Thunder sat in the Chesapeake Energy Arena and faced the Trail Blazers from afar. This game is bound to have a huge impact on the situation of the Western Conference playoffs.

After more than two hours of fierce fighting, the Blazers had the last laugh and defeated the strong enemy with 92:87!

Although Durant scored 29 points in this game, he lacked enough helpers around him. Only Jeff Green scored 14 points. Westbrook scored 14 of 5 and barely scored 12 points, which was completely a side effect.

As for the Trail Blazers, veteran Andre Miller stepped forward. He taught the young Westbrook a good lesson. He scored 26 points, 4 assists and 6 rebounds. Roy also played very steadily, scoring 20 points and 7 rebounds. The assist connected the whole team together, and the two teamed up to blow up the Thunder's back line.

This victory is crucial for the Trail Blazers. In the case of the Warriors losing the day before, they successfully narrowed the win gap with the Warriors to 0.5 games, and narrowed the win gap with the Thunder. 2 games, the playoff situation in the Western Conference has become chaotic again.

……

Oakland in March has entered the early spring season. The large water vapor clouds floating from the Pacific Ocean have shrouded the city in a layer of mist no matter morning or evening. Only a few hours in the afternoon will the sun shine on the city. "Sin City" makes people feel warm.

In the early morning, Curry woke up in a mist.

He opened the curtains, looked at the fog-shrouded street, was silent for a while, then turned around and packed his clothes and toiletries into a suitcase.

The night before yesterday, the Warriors lost to the Mavericks. Yesterday the team rested for half a day and only had normal training in the afternoon. Today, the team will go to Los Angeles and play the Clippers in the evening. This is the Warriors' 73rd game this season. After that, the Warriors will go to the Utah Plateau to challenge the Jazz.

"Ding……"

Just as Curry was packing up his things, his phone rang.

Curry picked it up and took a look, a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he picked it up:

"Ayesha, why did you call me so early? Today is the weekend, why don't you sleep a little longer?"

On the other side of the phone, Ayesha's slightly lazy voice came:
"Ha... I just woke up... You are coming to Los Angeles today, how can I sleep? How long can you stay in Los Angeles this time?"

Curry pondered briefly about the team's schedule and said:
"I can stay for a day and a half. Today is the 29th. We play the Jazz on the 31st. After playing the Clippers, there is still a day's rest in the middle. I will go to Salt Lake City in the afternoon on the 30th. To be honest, if it is not necessary to adapt to the plateau one day in advance , we must go on the 31st, believe me, no one wants to stay in that ghostly place..."

Ayesha smiled slightly, and said with a long voice:
"Then if you say so, you have time to come out—"

Listening to Ayesha's quivering playful voice, Curry felt a dry mouth for some reason.

He licked his lips with his tongue:
"Ayesha, I...I miss you, you should have time tomorrow, right?"

The other end of the phone suddenly fell silent, and just when Curry felt his claws scratching his heart, Ayesha said softly:
"Of course, I have time all day tomorrow, but unfortunately someone only has half a day free..."

Hearing Ayesha's slightly resentful voice, Curry felt a sense of hotness rising in his heart, and he said quickly:

"The regular season will be over soon, and then I will have time. I will take you to Miami for vacation!"

"You're not playing in the playoffs?"

Curry was taken aback, then replied:

"The playoffs are still going to be played, so let's go on vacation after the playoffs are over..."

"Stephen, why don't we meet?" Ayesha said suddenly.

"Why?" Curry asked in surprise.

"I see that many experts think that your playoff situation is not good, and you may not be able to make it into the top eight. They also said that it is because... because your condition is not good. If we meet, will Ronan be unhappy? Satisfied? You should take a good rest." Ayesha said carefully.

"You're worrying about this... We won't do anything, and after the game, the boss will definitely give us at least half a day off, he won't care about this kind of thing." Curry laughed.

Both he and Ayesha are devout Christians. After meeting, they hold small hands at most, and they will never do anything out of line. This is not allowed by their teachings, and it will not violate Zhang Yu. Provisions.

"Well, I'm just worried that it will affect you, and there are too many reporters in Los Angeles. If we are photographed, they will definitely have to edit you again. You don't know, there are a lot of things like this in Hollywood. I look at the sports circle. Those reporters also like to talk nonsense..." Ayesha said with some worry.

Curry quietly listened to Ayesha's rambling thoughts, and a sense of peace and tranquility rose in his heart.

The scene at last year's draft came to his mind, Ayesha held his right hand tightly all the time, and the moment he heard his name being read out by David Stern, his first reaction was to kiss Ayesha Yessa is hugging her parents.

Since then, there have been very few opportunities for the two to meet. Curry is in Oakland and Ayesha is in Los Angeles. Although the distance between the two places is only more than 600 kilometers, they are both busy with their own development and can only rely on video and phone calls. Talking about the pain of lovesickness, this is how the two got along when they were in college.

Unknowingly, they have walked together for nearly two years. Although the two are only in their early 20s, they are used to each other's existence. Although they are lovers in love, they have a tacit understanding like husband and wife, forming a kind of relationship. Weird way of getting along.

When Curry and Ayesha are together, they often look at each other, then they suddenly dance lamely, or poorly imitate the episodes in the series or anime, and then laugh together, as if two children who have not grown up Children are average.

They seem to have a small world that belongs only to themselves, an innocent and innocent world that is only open to each other.

"...Hello? Stephen? Are you listening?"

Just when Curry was intoxicated by the feeling of silence, Ayesha's slightly dissatisfied voice sounded.

"Ah? Oh...I'm listening..." Curry broke free from that strange feeling and whispered back.

"Where did I say just now? Oh, yes, I don't think we need to worry, I believe you will definitely be able to get back to your form, and then slap them in the face hard, huh!" Ayesha said fiercely, but Curry But I couldn't hear the vicious meaning.

"Ayesha..." Curry called her name in an almost whispered voice.

"Ok?"

"You're going to come to the game, aren't you?"

"What do you think? Last time you came to Los Angeles, I happened to have a scene, but I didn't make it. How could I miss it again this time? I checked the schedule. This is the last time you come to Los Angeles to play a regular season." Ah Yesha said a little aggrieved.

Curry said slowly:

"Don't worry, I won't let you down in this game."

"Hmph, it's better that way, otherwise you'll be alone in Los Angeles..."

"You really have the heart?"

"Look at your performance. I don't want to see the news that Stephen Curry is addicted to his relationship with Ayesha Alexander, and his state has seriously declined..." Ayesha vividly imitated the reporter's tone.

Curry laughed and said boldly:
"Did you forget the last time I played the Lakers game? Watch it, this game will be remembered!"

(End of this chapter)